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Cannabis Law: Eastern United States

USA - Nationwide

3 Years Ranked

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Provided by Paul P. Josephson

USA

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Mr. Josephson serves as a team lead for the Duane Morris Cannabis industry group. He is a constitutional and regulatory litigator focused on achieving clients’ business and policy objectives. He advises CEOs, elected officials, and agency heads on a broad spectrum of matters involving significant public interests or highly regulated by government agencies.

Mr. Josephson presently represents the Gateway Program Development Corporation on the $13 billion Hudson Rail Tunnel project, and serves as Policy Counsel for the New Jersey Cannabis Industry Association.

His practice includes legislative and regulatory drafting and extensive appellate court practice and advocacy. He advises clients in transactional and litigation matters and manages public affairs, media relations and crisis communications.

Career

Duane Morris LLP: Partner, 2013-present; Hill Wallack LLP: Partner, 2004-2013; State of New Jersey Office of the Attorney General: Director, Division of Law/Assistant Attorney General, 2003-2004; State of New Jersey Office of the Governor: Chief Counsel to the Governor, Chief of Authorities, 2002-2003; Sills Cummis: Partner, 2000-2002, Associate, 1990-2000

Professional Memberships

2025 New Jersey Law360 Editorial Board, Member; Regional Plan Association, New Jersey Co-Chair; Alliance of Public Charter School Attorneys, Member; New Jersey Cannabis Industry Associations, Advisor; New Jersey State Bar Association; International Association of Gaming Advisors

Personal

The George Washington University Law School, J.D., with honors, 1990; University of Michigan, B.A., 1987

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Cannabis Law: Eastern United States - USA - Nationwide

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Paul Josephson is recognized for his ability to provide counsel on a range of issues, including licensing, financings and business strategies.

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